Enchanted Europe with 2 Nights in Budapest (Westbound)
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- Welcome to Budapest!
- Guided tour, see Heroes' Square
- Onboard welcome reception
- Scenic sailing, pass through Bratislava; free time in Vienna in the evening
- Choice of guided sightseeing, or Künsthistorisches Museum visit, or bike with your Adventure Host
- In Dürnstein choice of guided tour or a hike up to the castle ruins; scenic cruise through the Wachau Valley; bike with your Adventure Host along the river; choice of guided tour of the Benedictine Abbey in Melk; onboard wine tasting
- Guided walk
- Choice of guided walk, see Altes Rathaus (Old Town Hall) and Porta Pretoria or bike with your Adventure Host
- Onboard lecture; choice of guided sightseeing in Roth or hike with your Adventure Host or guided tour in Nuremberg or Nuremberg Rally Grounds tour
- Full-day guided tour in Munich
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Welcome to Budapest—Hungary’s Captivating Capital
The day is yours to relax and enjoy Eastern Europe’s shining city on the Danube.
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The Pearl of the Danube in the Heart of Europe
CLASSIC Enjoy a Guided City Sightseeing, including the iconic Heroes’ Square.
Take in the beauty of Budapest while enjoying a free afternoon exploring such famous sights as the Chain Bridge. Get to know the city’s cafés and pubs, or take a hike through the hills above the Danube.
(Breakfast)
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Time for Coffee, and Confections
With a free day to explore before your cruise, take time to take photographs on the Royal Palace grounds in this treasure trove of historical architecture. Try Budapest’s famous thermal bath spas, then lunch in a garden or rooft...
Viennese Waltzes on the Blue Danube
Visit the Adventure Center for today’s activities with your Adventure Host.
Enjoy sailing the Danube, which shares dozens of miles with Hungary and Slovakia. Relax on the Sky Deck to see the rolling landscape and red-ro...
Royal Collections, and Amusing Attractions
ACTIVE Explore Vienna's Danube Island by bike with your Adventure Host, OR:
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A King’s Ransom and Castle Ruins
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Where the Danube, Inn, and Ilz Rivers Meet
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Join your Adventure Host for today’s special activities.
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Legends and History Lessons
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A King’s Palace and Town Halls
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(Breakfast,Dinner)
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Charm in Frankfurt
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Departure flights should not leave Zürich airport before 10 am or Basel airport before 8 am.
(Breakfast)
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